Solar Power Profile - Cross Roads, SA 5558
More than 2187 homes in postcode 5558 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Cross Roads, Agery, East Moonta, Hamley, Kooroona, Moonta, Moonta Bay, Moonta Mines, Nalyappa, North Moonta, North Yelta, Paramatta, Port Hughes and Yelta.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 11,281 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 48,629 kWh per day, or 17,750 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,405.25 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $3,106,177.375 per year.
Cross Roads and 5558 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 4,082.5 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 34,020,833 km worth of car emissions.
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Solar Power in Cross Roads
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Cross Roads: Moonta - approx. 2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Cross Roads, 5558
Cross Roads Demographics
Cross Roads and the postcode of 5558 has a total population of 4633 people, with a median age of 59 years. There are 3405 households in Cross Roads, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.1 with a median income of 969 per week per household.
About 50% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Cross Roads is $1200/month. By installing solar power in Cross Roads, the average household could save 9.76% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $83861 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 2.79% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Cross Roads is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Cross Roads
Agery SA 5558 is a small town located in the Mount Lofty Ranges in South Australia. The town is known for its picturesque landscapes and is a popular destination for nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy hiking in the nearby Mount Remarkable National Park or take a scenic drive through the Southern Flinders Ranges.
Agery SA 5558 enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild winters. The town receives an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar power. Solar installers in Agery SA 5558 can take advantage of the optimal solar panel angle and orientation to maximize solar yields. The town also has relatively low levels of shading, further increasing the potential for solar energy production.
Installing solar panels in Agery SA 5558 can provide numerous benefits for homeowners and businesses. Not only can it significantly reduce energy bills, but it also helps to reduce carbon emissions and promote renewable energy. With the abundance of sunshine in the area, solar power is a smart investment for those looking to save money and reduce their environmental impact. Local solar installers can help guide residents through the process of installing solar panels and ensure that they get the most out of their solar energy system.